take on (vp)

England will have to take on Germany to get through to the finals.
The courageous athlete was ready to take on the challenge of competing against world-class opponents in the championship.
As a leader, she was always willing to take on difficult tasks and lead her team through challenging projects.
The small business decided to take on the industry giants by offering innovative solutions and personalized services.
The detective had to take on a complex case, unraveling layers of mystery to bring the truth to light.